Menopause Mastery

Can you be lean and metabolically unfit? Can you be overweight and metabolically healthy? Most of the world's type 2 diabetics are lean. Weight is not the issue. It's a distraction from what actually matters: metabolic fitness. Dr. Betty Murray sits down with Dr. Beverly Yates ND to shatter the myths about metabolic health, weight, and diabetes, especially for women over 40. In this conversation, Dr. Yates reveals the silent signs of pre-diabetes most doctors miss, why the "eat less, exercise more" advice fails women after menopause, and the five steps of the Yates Protocol that helped women reverse type 2 diabetes after 25+ years, without deprivation or restriction. What We Cover: ●     Weight is not the issue, it's a symptom: Most type 2 diabetics worldwide are lean (not overweight), you can be lean and metabolically unfit OR overweight and metabolically healthy, doctors blame weight instead of looking at actual metabolic markers ●     The silent signs of pre-diabetes ●     Objective markers that actually matter: Hemoglobin A1C, fasting blood sugar, fasting insulin, C-peptide ●     Why BMI is useless ●     Menopause changes everything metabolically: Loss of estrogen = increased visceral fat + insulin resistance (even with same diet/exercise), women have more microvascular disease than men, hot flashes linked to hyperdensities in brain (vascular damage) ●     Why lean people don't get diagnosed: Doctors assume "you're skinny, you're fine" without checking A1C/fasting insulin/C-peptide, visceral fat can be invisible (not always "beer belly"), third of teenagers now have pre-diabetes ●     The taste bud reset: Taste buds turn over every 10-14 days, they talk to brain about calories, diet sodas/artificial sweeteners trick brain → causes snacking 1-1.5 hours later PLUS, The 5 Steps of the Yates Protocol: (1) Nutrition, (2) Meal timing, (3) Stress management, (4) Sleep, (5) Exercise with emphasis on strength training. This episode is for women over 40 navigating menopause, anyone told to "just lose weight" by their doctor, pre-diabetics looking for real solutions, or anyone who wants to understand what metabolic fitness actually means. ✨ Watch now and discover why the strategies that worked at 30 don't work at 50, and what actually does.   Connect with Dr. Beverly Yates ND: Book: The Yates Protocol (Pre-Order NOW) Website: https://drbeverlyyates.com/the-yates-protocol-book/ Pre-Order Bonus: Upload receipt for undisclosed chapter not in book   Connect with Dr. Betty Murray: ●     Betty Murray Website: https://www.bettymurray.com/ ●     Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbettymurray/ Links: ●     The Fierce Female Method for Longevity (Dr. Betty's book) https://fierce.hormoneshelp.com/ ●     Menrva Telemedicine: https://gethormonesnow.com/ ●     FREE Hormone Quiz: https://bit.ly/3wNJOec ●     Living Well Dallas: https://www.livingwelldallas.com/ ●     Hormone Reset: https://hormonereset.net/   More from the Podcast: Subscribe to #MenopauseMastery for weekly episodes on women's health, hormones, and functional medicine → https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwONPdSvb2-YYY74VhD-XBw Listen on Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/menopause-mastery/id1607369247 Listen on Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/0tNsjm32CZNXSgSFEwS3uH Thank you for listening to Menopause Mastery. Empowering your health journey, one episode at a time.    

Feeling exhausted, gaining weight around your midsection, and struggling despite "doing everything right"? You're not broken, your body is working against you because of a major hormonal shift most doctors completely ignore. Dr. Betty Murray, integrative functional medicine doctor with 20+ years of experience and founder of Minerva Telemedicine, explains exactly what's happening in your body after 40, and why the strategies that worked at 25 are now sabotaging your metabolism. In this video, you'll discover: ●     Why your metabolism feels like it "switched off overnight" in your 40s ●     The hormone symphony shift: How progesterone, estrogen, and testosterone decline affects your metabolism, sleep, muscle mass, and fat storage ●     Why "eat less, exercise more" actually makes things WORSE after 40 (the starvation response trap explained) ●     The cardio trap: How excessive cardio burns off muscle instead of building it, and why you're running yourself into the ground ●     What's really happening with your mitochondria (energy factories) and why you wake up exhausted even after 8 hours of sleep ●     Why cortisol is "stuck in overdrive" during perimenopause/menopause, and how it actively breaks down muscle while storing belly fat ●     The truth about willpower vs. hormones (spoiler: willpower can't fix a progesterone deficiency) ●     Why herbs and positive thinking can't restore ovarian function (from a doctor with 2 masters + PhD in nutrition science) ●     How bioidentical hormone replacement therapy actually works (and why it's science-backed, not just "toughing it out") PLUS, the #1 change to make TODAY to stabilize blood sugar and build muscle! (SPOILER, it's easy!) Midlife isn't the beginning of the end, it's a time of radical transition and ownership. 🎥 Watch the full episode now! Don't forget to subscribe for science-backed strategies to reclaim your health in midlife and beyond.   Connect with Dr. Betty Murray: ●     Betty Murray Website: https://www.bettymurray.com/ ●     Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbettymurray/ Links: ●     The Fierce Female Method for Longevity (Dr. Betty's book) https://fierce.hormoneshelp.com/ ●     Menrva Telemedicine: https://gethormonesnow.com/ ●     FREE Hormone Quiz: https://bit.ly/3wNJOec ●     Living Well Dallas: https://www.livingwelldallas.com/ ●     Hormone Reset: https://hormonereset.net/   More from the Podcast: Subscribe to #MenopauseMastery for weekly episodes on women's health, hormones, and functional medicine → https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwONPdSvb2-YYY74VhD-XBw Listen on Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/menopause-mastery/id1607369247 Listen on Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/0tNsjm32CZNXSgSFEwS3uH Thank you for listening to Menopause Mastery. Empowering your health journey, one episode at a time.  

Feeling exhausted, gaining belly fat, and stuck despite doing everything "right"? You're not broken, your hormones are changing. In this episode, Dr. Betty Murray explains what really happens to your metabolism after 40, why old diet and cardio advice backfires, how hormonal shifts impact energy, muscle, and fat storage, and what actually helps you feel strong and energized again.

After 20 years of prescribing hormone replacement therapy to tens of thousands of patients, both in her clinic and through her telemedicine company Menrva, I have identified the critical gaps in how HRT is being prescribed, monitored, and optimized across the United States. This isn't about "should you" do hormones. This is about how to do them right. In this episode,I break down the 10 non-negotiables you need to know if you're considering HRT, currently on HRT, or feeling like your current protocol isn't working. From the biochemistry of bioidentical vs. synthetic hormones to why your gut health determines how well your estrogen gets metabolized, this is the master class your doctor should have given you, but didn't. We're talking about natural bioidentical hormones, the truth behind the Women's Health Initiative (spoiler: it was about Premarin and synthetic progestins, NOT bioidentical estrogen), and how to use precision medicine to guide YOUR hormone replacement therapy, not a one-size-fits-all protocol that leaves 50% of women undertreated and 25% overtreated. Discover The 10 Non-negotiables: #1 - Bioidentical Is NOT a Buzzword #2 - Your Symptoms Are Metabolic Signals #3 - The WHI Study Was About Premarin & Provera #4 - Your Gut & Estrogen Are in Constant Conversation #5 - Testosterone Is a Woman's Friend After 40 #6 - HRT Is NOT One-Size-Fits-All #7 - Timing Matters #8 - Delivery Method Makes or Breaks Results #9 - BHRT Works Best When You Address the Big Five #10 - The Goal Isn't to Feel Younger, It's to Feel More Like YOU   Midlife isn't the beginning of the end, it's a time of radical transition and ownership. Hormone replacement therapy is one of the biggest levers you have. Use it wisely. 🎥 Watch the full episode now! Don't forget to subscribe for science-backed strategies to reclaim your health in midlife and beyond. Connect with Dr. Betty Murray: ●     Betty Murray Website: https://www.bettymurray.com/ ●     Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbettymurray/ Links: ●     Menrva Telemedicine: https://gethormonesnow.com/ ●     FREE Hormone Quiz: https://bit.ly/3wNJOec ●     Living Well Dallas: https://www.livingwelldallas.com/ ●     Hormone Reset: https://hormonereset.net/ More from the Podcast: Subscribe to #MenopauseMastery for weekly episodes on women's health, hormones, and functional medicine → https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwONPdSvb2-YYY74VhD-XBw Listen on Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/menopause-mastery/id1607369247 Listen on Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/0tNsjm32CZNXSgSFEwS3uH Thank you for listening to Menopause Mastery. Empowering your health journey, one episode at a time.

After 20 years of prescribing hormone replacement therapy to tens of thousands of patients, both in her clinic and through her telemedicine company Menrva, I have identified the critical gaps in how HRT is being prescribed, monitored, and optimized across the United States. This isn't about "should you" do hormones. This is about how to do them right. In this episode,I break down the 10 non-negotiables you need to know if you're considering HRT, currently on HRT, or feeling like your current protocol isn't working. From the biochemistry of bioidentical vs. synthetic hormones to why your gut health determines how well your estrogen gets metabolized, this is the master class your doctor should have given you, but didn't. We're talking about natural bioidentical hormones, the truth behind the Women's Health Initiative (spoiler: it was about Premarin and synthetic progestins, NOT bioidentical estrogen), and how to use precision medicine to guide YOUR hormone replacement therapy, not a one-size-fits-all protocol that leaves 50% of women undertreated and 25% overtreated. Discover The 10 Non-negotiables: #1 - Bioidentical Is NOT a Buzzword #2 - Your Symptoms Are Metabolic Signals #3 - The WHI Study Was About Premarin & Provera #4 - Your Gut & Estrogen Are in Constant Conversation #5 - Testosterone Is a Woman's Friend After 40 #6 - HRT Is NOT One-Size-Fits-All #7 - Timing Matters #8 - Delivery Method Makes or Breaks Results #9 - BHRT Works Best When You Address the Big Five #10 - The Goal Isn't to Feel Younger, It's to Feel More Like YOU   Midlife isn't the beginning of the end, it's a time of radical transition and ownership. Hormone replacement therapy is one of the biggest levers you have. Use it wisely. 🎥 Watch the full episode now! Don't forget to subscribe for science-backed strategies to reclaim your health in midlife and beyond.   Connect with Dr. Betty Murray: ●     Betty Murray Website: https://www.bettymurray.com/ ●     Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbettymurray/ Links: ●     Menrva Telemedicine: https://gethormonesnow.com/ ●     FREE Hormone Quiz: https://bit.ly/3wNJOec ●     Living Well Dallas: https://www.livingwelldallas.com/ ●     Hormone Reset: https://hormonereset.net/ More from the Podcast: Subscribe to #MenopauseMastery for weekly episodes on women's health, hormones, and functional medicine → https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwONPdSvb2-YYY74VhD-XBw Listen on Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/menopause-mastery/id1607369247 Listen on Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/0tNsjm32CZNXSgSFEwS3uH Thank you for listening to Menopause Mastery. Empowering your health journey, one episode at a time.

Did you know that the menopause transition creates an inflammatory response in your body, and everything you've been doing to "fix" it might be making it worse? In this eye-opening episode, I'm joined by Dr. Shivani Gupta, author of The Inflammation Code, to break down why perimenopause and menopause trigger inflammation, how ancient Ayurvedic wisdom can guide you through this transition, and why the extreme diets you're trying are sabotaging your metabolism. Dr. Shivani shares why this season of life is a Vata season (characterized by dryness, anxiety, and feeling ungrounded), and how to counteract it with nourishment, rhythm, and the practices your body is actually craving. If you've been cutting carbs, doing HIIT workouts, and white-knuckling your way through restrictive diets only to feel worse, this episode will change how you approach your health in midlife. You'll Discover: ●     Why the menopause transition creates an inflammatory response (and what that really means for your body) ●     How your Ayurvedic constitution (Vata, Pitta, or Kapha) determines what your body needs right now ●     Why perimenopause and menopause are Vata seasons (and what that means for dryness, anxiety, brain fog, and joint pain) ●     The one daily practice that grounds your nervous system: Abhyanga oil massage (and why it's a game-changer for aging skin) ●     Why extreme diets like carnivore and keto damage your gut microbiome ●     How to eat for nourishment instead of depletion ●     Why turmeric needs black pepper or fat to work ●     The "Tea Time is Me Time" practice that helps you reset your nervous system five times a day ●     How to stop chasing your 20-year-old body and build metabolic health that lasts Ready to Balance Inflammation and Feel Like Yourself Again? This transition requires new strategies, and you have more control than you think. Watch the full episode now, and share this with every woman who's tired of fighting her body instead of supporting it. 💪✨ Resources: ●     Dr. Shivani's Website: http://drshivani.com ●     Dr. Shivani's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.shivanigupta/ ●     The Inflammation Code Book: http://theinflammationcode.com ●     Fusionary Formulas (Supplements & Teas): http://fusionaryformulas.com Connect with Dr. Betty Murray: ●     Betty Murray Website: https://www.bettymurray.com/ ●     Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbettymurray/ Links: ●     Menrva Telemedicine: https://gethormonesnow.com/ ●     FREE Hormone Quiz: https://bit.ly/3wNJOec ●     Living Well Dallas: https://www.livingwelldallas.com/ ●     Hormone Reset: https://hormonereset.net/ More from the Podcast: Subscribe to #MenopauseMastery for weekly episodes on women's health, hormones, and functional medicine → https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwONPdSvb2-YYY74VhD-XBw Listen on Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/menopause-mastery/id1607369247 Listen on Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/0tNsjm32CZNXSgSFEwS3uH Thank you for listening to Menopause Mastery. Empowering your health journey, one episode at a time.  

Did you know that the menopause transition creates an inflammatory response in your body, and everything you've been doing to "fix" it might be making it worse? In this eye-opening episode, I'm joined by Dr. Shivani Gupta, author of The Inflammation Code, to break down why perimenopause and menopause trigger inflammation, how ancient Ayurvedic wisdom can guide you through this transition, and why the extreme diets you're trying are sabotaging your metabolism. Dr. Shivani shares why this season of life is a Vata season (characterized by dryness, anxiety, and feeling ungrounded), and how to counteract it with nourishment, rhythm, and the practices your body is actually craving. If you've been cutting carbs, doing HIIT workouts, and white-knuckling your way through restrictive diets only to feel worse, this episode will change how you approach your health in midlife. You'll Discover: ●     Why the menopause transition creates an inflammatory response (and what that really means for your body) ●     How your Ayurvedic constitution (Vata, Pitta, or Kapha) determines what your body needs right now ●     Why perimenopause and menopause are Vata seasons (and what that means for dryness, anxiety, brain fog, and joint pain) ●     The one daily practice that grounds your nervous system: Abhyanga oil massage (and why it's a game-changer for aging skin) ●     Why extreme diets like carnivore and keto damage your gut microbiome ●     How to eat for nourishment instead of depletion ●     Why turmeric needs black pepper or fat to work ●     The "Tea Time is Me Time" practice that helps you reset your nervous system five times a day ●     How to stop chasing your 20-year-old body and build metabolic health that lasts Ready to Balance Inflammation and Feel Like Yourself Again? This transition requires new strategies, and you have more control than you think. Watch the full episode now, and share this with every woman who's tired of fighting her body instead of supporting it. 💪✨ Resources: ●     Dr. Shivani's Website: http://drshivani.com ●     The Inflammation Code Book: http://theinflammationcode.com ●     Fusionary Formulas (Supplements & Teas): http://fusionaryformulas.com Connect with Dr. Betty Murray: ●     Betty Murray Website: https://www.bettymurray.com/ ●     Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbettymurray/ Links: ●     Menrva Telemedicine: https://gethormonesnow.com/ ●     FREE Hormone Quiz: https://bit.ly/3wNJOec ●     Living Well Dallas: https://www.livingwelldallas.com/ ●     Hormone Reset: https://hormonereset.net/ More from the Podcast: Subscribe to #MenopauseMastery for weekly episodes on women's health, hormones, and functional medicine → https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwONPdSvb2-YYY74VhD-XBw Listen on Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/menopause-mastery/id1607369247 Listen on Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/0tNsjm32CZNXSgSFEwS3uH Thank you for listening to Menopause Mastery. Empowering your health journey, one episode at a time.  

Did you know the FDA just reversed 23 years of misinformation about hormone therapy? In this powerful episode, I'm breaking down what this landmark ruling means for every woman, and why an entire generation was robbed of the opportunity to protect their health. This is vindication, but it also opens up critical questions about what comes next and how you can take control of your hormone health today. I'm sharing the complete roadmap to natural hormone balancing and bioidentical hormone replacement, including what your doctor isn't telling you about testing, metabolism, and the real foundations that make hormones work. You'll Discover: ●     Why the FDA's recent ruling is a game-changer (and what it means for your health decisions!) ●     The truth about menopause: it's not a disease, but leaving it untreated accelerates aging ●     How estrogen affects every organ system in your body (except two cells!) and why losing it impacts more than just reproduction ●     Why "test, don't guess" is essential, and why timing matters for perimenopausal women ●     The critical difference between bound and free hormones, and why urinary testing reveals what blood work can't ●     The five foundational pillars that make or break your hormone health: nutrition, sleep optimization, stress management, strategic exercise, and toxin reduction ●     Why putting hormones in a "dumpster fire" lifestyle won't work (and how to create the right environment for them to thrive!) ●     How liver detoxification and hormone metabolism determine whether you'll feel great or symptomatic on HRT ●     The specific exercise prescription for menopause: strength training, zone 2 cardio, and why over-exercising can backfire   Ready to Take Control of Your Hormone Health? This transition requires new strategies and support, and you have more control than you think.   Watch the full episode now, and share this with every woman who needs to know she has options! 💪✨   And if you're ready to explore bioidentical hormones with science-backed care, visit GetMenrva.com     Connect with Dr. Betty Murray ● Betty Murray Website: https://www.bettymurray.com/ ● Instagram:    / https://www.instagram.com/drbettymurray/   Links ● Menrva Telemedicine: https://gethormonesnow.com/ ● FREE Hormone Quiz: https://bit.ly/3wNJOec ● Living Well Dallas: https://www.livingwelldallas.com/ ● Hormone Reset: https://hormonereset.net/   More from the Podcast: Subscribe to #MenopauseMastery for weekly episodes on women's health, hormones, and functional medicine →     / https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwONPdSvb2-YYY74VhD-XBw Listen on Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/menopause-mastery/id1607369247 Listen on Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/0tNsjm32CZNXSgSFEwS3uH   Thank you for listening to Menopause Mastery. Empowering your health journey, one episode at a time.

Did you know the FDA just reversed 23 years of misinformation about hormone therapy? In this powerful episode, I'm breaking down what this landmark ruling means for every woman, and why an entire generation was robbed of the opportunity to protect their health. This is vindication, but it also opens up critical questions about what comes next and how you can take control of your hormone health today. I'm sharing the complete roadmap to natural hormone balancing and bioidentical hormone replacement, including what your doctor isn't telling you about testing, metabolism, and the real foundations that make hormones work. You'll Discover: ●     Why the FDA's recent ruling is a game-changer (and what it means for your health decisions!) ●     The truth about menopause: it's not a disease, but leaving it untreated accelerates aging ●     How estrogen affects every organ system in your body (except two cells!) and why losing it impacts more than just reproduction ●     Why "test, don't guess" is essential, and why timing matters for perimenopausal women ●     The critical difference between bound and free hormones, and why urinary testing reveals what blood work can't ●     The five foundational pillars that make or break your hormone health: nutrition, sleep optimization, stress management, strategic exercise, and toxin reduction ●     Why putting hormones in a "dumpster fire" lifestyle won't work (and how to create the right environment for them to thrive!) ●     How liver detoxification and hormone metabolism determine whether you'll feel great or symptomatic on HRT ●     The specific exercise prescription for menopause: strength training, zone 2 cardio, and why over-exercising can backfire   Ready to Take Control of Your Hormone Health? This transition requires new strategies and support, and you have more control than you think. Watch the full episode now, and share this with every woman who needs to know she has options! 💪✨ And if you're ready to explore bioidentical hormones with science-backed care, visit GetMenrva.com   Connect with Dr. Betty Murray ● Betty Murray Website: https://www.bettymurray.com/ ● Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/drbettymurray/   Links ● Menrva Telemedicine: https://gethormonesnow.com/ ● FREE Hormone Quiz: https://bit.ly/3wNJOec ● Living Well Dallas: https://www.livingwelldallas.com/ ● Hormone Reset: https://hormonereset.net/   More from the Podcast: Subscribe to #MenopauseMastery for weekly episodes on women's health, hormones, and functional medicine →     / https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwONPdSvb2-YYY74VhD-XBw Listen on Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/menopause-mastery/id1607369247 Listen on Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/0tNsjm32CZNXSgSFEwS3uH   Thank you for listening to Menopause Mastery. Empowering your health journey, one episode at a time.  

The FDA just made history, and it changes everything for women's health. After 23 years, the FDA removed the black box warning from estrogen therapy. This is a MASSIVE win for women everywhere. What we were told about estrogen being risky for breast cancer, stroke, and heart attack? Completely inaccurate. We'll soon break down what this means for you, and why testosterone therapy for women is next. In the meantime, here are the TOP 5 MOMENTS FROM MENOPAUSE MASTERY:   1️⃣ 5 Dietary Changes to Get Rid of Meno Belly The foundation matters more than the biohacks. Here are 5 dietary changes that reduce visceral fat, improve insulin sensitivity, and lower disease risk. 🎥 Watch the full episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LFgMKrh7Kek 2️⃣ Morning Rituals That Reset Your Hormones You don't need to "earn your hormones", but morning rituals make everything better. Early sunlight, grounding, hydration, and exercise in the first 2 hours of the day normalize sleep, balance cortisol, and support metabolic health. 🎥 Watch the full episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0NdFwyUwn2c&t=12s 3️⃣ Fiber: The Gift You Give Yourself Daily (with Anu Simh) The average American gets 8 grams of fiber a day. Research shows fiber helps cardiovascularly, metabolically, reduces insulin resistance, and feeds your microbiome to produce short-chain fatty acids that decrease inflammation and belly fat. 🎥 Watch the full episode: https://youtu.be/61jDjjK_TPA?si=2jRhg4E_LFLAglcc 4️⃣ Emotional Eating: From Binge Eating to Healing (with Amber Romaniuk) Amber Romaniuk shares her story of binge eating, bulimia, and gaining 80 pounds, and how she healed from the inside out. Food addiction, body image, and self-worth issues start young. This episode is raw, vulnerable, and relatable. 🎥 Watch the full episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DTfkTMkd5Wo&t=2s 5️⃣ Gut Health: It's Not About the Bacteria (with Laura Frontiero) Stop fixating on what's growing in your gut. The real question is why those bacteria are there. Until you fix your terrain, immune system, and inflammation, killing bacteria won't help. They'll just come back. 🎥 Watch the full episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PMt2wln0s1o&t=24s   Thank you for listening to Menopause Mastery. Empowering your health journey, one episode at a time.   Connect with Dr. Betty Murray ● Betty Murray Website: https://www.bettymurray.com/ ● Instagram:    / https://www.instagram.com/drbettymurray/   Links ● Menrva Telemedicine: https://gethormonesnow.com/ ● FREE Hormone Quiz: https://bit.ly/3wNJOec ● Living Well Dallas: https://www.livingwelldallas.com/ ● Hormone Reset: https://hormonereset.net/   More from the Podcast: Subscribe to #MenopauseMastery for weekly episodes on women's health, hormones, and functional medicine →     / https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwONPdSvb2-YYY74VhD-XBw Listen on Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/menopause-mastery/id1607369247 Listen on Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/0tNsjm32CZNXSgSFEwS3uH    

The FDA just made history, and it changes everything for women's health. After 23 years, the FDA removed the black box warning from estrogen therapy. This is a MASSIVE win for women everywhere. What we were told about estrogen being risky for breast cancer, stroke, and heart attack? Completely inaccurate. We'll soon break down what this means for you, and why testosterone therapy for women is next. In the meantime, here are the TOP 5 MOMENTS FROM MENOPAUSE MASTERY:   1️⃣ 5 Dietary Changes to Get Rid of Meno Belly The foundation matters more than the biohacks. Here are 5 dietary changes that reduce visceral fat, improve insulin sensitivity, and lower disease risk. 🎥 Watch the full episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LFgMKrh7Kek 2️⃣ Morning Rituals That Reset Your Hormones You don't need to "earn your hormones", but morning rituals make everything better. Early sunlight, grounding, hydration, and exercise in the first 2 hours of the day normalize sleep, balance cortisol, and support metabolic health. 🎥 Watch the full episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0NdFwyUwn2c&t=12s 3️⃣ Fiber: The Gift You Give Yourself Daily (with Anu Simh) The average American gets 8 grams of fiber a day. Research shows fiber helps cardiovascularly, metabolically, reduces insulin resistance, and feeds your microbiome to produce short-chain fatty acids that decrease inflammation and belly fat. 🎥 Watch the full episode: https://youtu.be/61jDjjK_TPA?si=2jRhg4E_LFLAglcc 4️⃣ Emotional Eating: From Binge Eating to Healing (with Amber Romaniuk) Amber Romaniuk shares her story of binge eating, bulimia, and gaining 80 pounds, and how she healed from the inside out. Food addiction, body image, and self-worth issues start young. This episode is raw, vulnerable, and relatable. 🎥 Watch the full episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DTfkTMkd5Wo&t=2s 5️⃣ Gut Health: It's Not About the Bacteria (with Laura Frontiero) Stop fixating on what's growing in your gut. The real question is why those bacteria are there. Until you fix your terrain, immune system, and inflammation, killing bacteria won't help. They'll just come back. 🎥 Watch the full episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PMt2wln0s1o&t=24s   Thank you for listening to Menopause Mastery. Empowering your health journey, one episode at a time.   Connect with Dr. Betty Murray ● Betty Murray Website: https://www.bettymurray.com/ ● Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbettymurray/   Links ● Menrva Telemedicine: https://gethormonesnow.com/ ● FREE Hormone Quiz: https://bit.ly/3wNJOec ● Living Well Dallas: https://www.livingwelldallas.com/ ● Hormone Reset: https://hormonereset.net/   More from the Podcast: Subscribe to #MenopauseMastery for weekly episodes on women's health, hormones, and functional medicine →https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwONPdSvb2-YYY74VhD-XBw Listen on Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/menopause-mastery/id1607369247 Listen on Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/0tNsjm32CZNXSgSFEwS3uH  

Tired of being told your cellulite, stiffness, and pain are "just aging"? It's time for the truth about your lymph and fascia! In this episode of Menopause Mastery, Dr. Betty Murray and fascia expert Kelly Kennedy dismantle everything you thought you knew about cellulite, aging, and what your body is capable of. If conventional medicine has left you feeling hopeless or you're searching for answers beyond "it's your hormones," this conversation will change your life. Discover: -       Why cellulite is trapped fat in fascia (not an age problem) -       Why your lymphatic system is the lowest common denominator of all healing -       How fascia is literally the fabric of your body formed from light in the womb -       Why movement isn't optional if you want to feel good in midlife and beyond -       How menopause changes collagen, fascia, and mobility -       Top 5 red flags your lymph is stagnant -       Two practices to support your lymph starting today -       How a 75 year old reversed terminal fibrotic cellulitis in 21 days Plus, Dr. Betty and Kelly get honest about bioidentical hormones (when they help, when they don't, and why Kelly's approach is radically different), the myth that you can't move lymph if you have cancer, and why the products you're using to "feel good" (scented candles, perfumes, yoga pants) are actually making you sicker. If you're a woman struggling with cellulite, hormone imbalance, sleep issues, rashes, headaches, or chronic pain that nobody can figure out, this episode hands you a roadmap to reclaim your energy, mobility, and confidence!   Connect with Dr. Betty Murray ● Betty Murray Website: https://www.bettymurray.com/ ● Instagram:   https://www.instagram.com/drbettymurray/   Links ● Menrva Telemedicine: https://gethormonesnow.com/ ● FREE Hormone Quiz: https://bit.ly/3wNJOec ● Living Well Dallas: https://www.livingwelldallas.com/ ● Hormone Reset: https://hormonereset.net/   More from the Podcast: Subscribe to #MenopauseMastery for weekly episodes on women's health, hormones, and functional medicine →   https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwONPdSvb2-YYY74VhD-XBw Listen on Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/menopause-mastery/id1607369247 Listen on Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/0tNsjm32CZNXSgSFEwS3uH   Thank you for listening to Menopause Mastery. Empowering your health journey, one episode at a time.  

Tired of being told your cellulite, stiffness, and pain are "just aging"? In this powerful episode of Menopause Mastery, Dr. Betty Murray and fascia expert Kelly Kennedy expose the real connection between fascia, lymph, and healing. Learn why cellulite isn't about age, how stagnant lymph affects everything from pain to energy, and the simple practices that can help you feel vibrant again.  

Doing "all the right things" and still can't lose weight? It's not your thyroid, your willpower, or your discipline. It's something deeper. In this episode, I sit down with Jennifer Powter, weight loss & mindset expert, to unpack the real reason women struggle with weight in midlife. We're diving into childhood programming, self-sabotage patterns, and why that nightly glass of wine is doing more damage than you think. This conversation gets real, raw, and practical, because you deserve to understand what's really going on. What You'll Discover: ● The childhood messages about food still running your life (without you knowing it) ● The #1 mindset shift: stop being a perfectionist ● What self-sabotage actually is ● Why decision fatigue makes you eat at night ● The alcohol truth: it blocks fat burning for TWO DAYS after one drink ● How chronic dehydration slows your metabolism by 30% ● Why your feelings are NOT facts (and how to take action anyway) ● The basics that work: hydration, vegetables, strength training, consistency It's not all in your head. Your struggles are real, but fixable. Watch the full episode and take your power back. If this resonates, share it with a friend who needs it.  Resources & Links: ● Website https://www.jenniferpowter.com/ ● Follow Jen on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenpowter ● FREE Smart Weight Loss Kickstart Course: https://www.powtermethod.com/register-og Connect with Dr. Betty Murray  ● Betty Murray Website: https://www.bettymurray.com/ ● Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbettymurray/ Links ● Menrva Telemedicine: https://gethormonesnow.com/ ● FREE Hormone Quiz: https://bit.ly/3wNJOec ● Living Well Dallas: https://www.livingwelldallas.com/ ● Hormone Reset: https://hormonereset.net/ More from the Podcast: Subscribe to #MenopauseMastery for weekly episodes on women's health, hormones, and functional medicine → / https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwONPdSvb2-YYY74VhD-XBw Listen on Apple Podcasts →  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/menopause-mastery/id1607369247  Listen on Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/0tNsjm32CZNXSgSFEwS3uH   Thank you for listening to Menopause Mastery. Empowering your health journey, one episode at a time

Doing everything right but still can't lose weight? It's not your willpower, it's deeper. In this episode of Menopause Mastery, weight loss expert Jennifer Powter breaks down the  real reasons behind midlife weight struggles and how to finally fix them. About this weeks guest:   Jennifer Powter is the Founder of SMART Weight Loss and the creator of the SMART Method for Women Over 40, helping successful women with imperfect lives look and feel amazing from the inside out. She has a Master's degree in Science, is a Clinical Exercise Physiologist, and a double-certified Health and Life Coach. Jennifer is the author of two best-selling books that are changing women's lives as they learn how to overcome self-sabotage, break free from the yo-yo diet cycle, and finally find freedom with both food and their body by releasing 20 pounds or more in a sane, sustainable, and healthy way. Get your Smart Weight Loss Course Freebie from Jen Powter: www.smartweightlosscourse.com Resources & Links: Connect with Dr. Betty Murray ● Betty Murray Website: https://www.drbettymurray.com/ ● Instagram: https://instagram.com/drbettymurray/ ● Facebook: https://facebook.com/drbettymurray Links  ● Menrva Telemedicine: https://getmenrva.com/ ● Living Well Dallas: https://www.livingwelldallas.com/  

Feeling drained despite eating well? Many women in perimenopause and menopause struggle with fatigue, brain fog, and hormone imbalance, even when "doing everything right." The culprit might be hidden hunger: silent mineral deficiencies leaving your cells undernourished. In this episode, I sit down with Caroline Alan, co-founder of BEAM Minerals, to explore how minerals form the foundation of true wellness. Caroline shares her journey through autoimmune challenges and adrenal burnout, and how restoring her mineral balance transformed her health. Together, we cover: ● How mineral deficiency drives fatigue, inflammation, and hormone imbalance ● How fulvic & humic acids support detox, hydration, and cellular repair ● The link between depleted soil, micronutrient loss, and modern health challenges ● Why proper mineral absorption is more important than just taking supplements  Your body has incredible power to heal when truly nourished.  Watch the full episode & Subscribe to #MenopauseMastery for weekly episodes on women's health, hormones, and functional medicine → https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwONPdSvb2-YYY74VhD-XBw Connect with Dr. Betty Murray ● Betty Murray Website: https://www.bettymurray.com/ ● Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/drbettymurray/ Links ● Menrva Telemedicine: https://gethormonesnow.com/ ● FREE Hormone Quiz: https://bit.ly/3wNJOec ● Living Well Dallas: https://www.livingwelldallas.com/ ● Hormone Reset: https://hormonereset.net/ More from the Podcast Listen on Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/menopause-mastery/id1607369247 Listen on Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/0tNsjm32CZNXSgSFEwS3uH Thank you for listening to Menopause Mastery. Empowering your health journey, one episode at a time.

Are you nourishing your body, but still feeling drained? So many women in perimenopause and menopause struggle with fatigue, brain fog, and hormone imbalance, even when they're "doing everything right." The truth? You might be experiencing hidden hunger, a silent mineral deficiency that leaves your cells undernourished, no matter how healthy your diet looks. In this enlightening conversation, I sit down with Caroline Alan, co-founder of BEAM Minerals, to explore how minerals form the foundation of true wellness. Caroline shares her personal healing journey through autoimmune challenges and adrenal burnout, and how restoring her mineral balance changed everything. Together, we uncover: ● How mineral deficiency silently drives fatigue, inflammation, and hormone imbalance ● How fulvic and humic acids help your cells detox, hydrate, and repair naturally ● Why replenishing your mineral stores is key to thriving through perimenopause and beyond. ● The connection between depleted soil, micronutrient loss, and the modern health crisis ● The difference between taking supplements and actually absorbing minerals ● The story behind BEAM Minerals and its pioneering approach to mineral replenishment Your body has incredible power to heal when it's truly nourished. Watch the full episode now and share this conversation with a woman you care about. Resources & Links: ● Learn more about BEAM Minerals: https://www.beamminerals.com/ ● Follow Caroline on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolinealan.official ● Preorder The Mineral Reset book: https://www.mineralresetbook.com/pre-order Connect with Dr. Betty Murray ● Betty Murray Website: https://www.bettymurray.com/ ● Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drbettymurray Links ● Menrva Telemedicine: https://gethormonesnow.com/ ● FREE Hormone Quiz: https://bit.ly/3wNJOec ● Living Well Dallas: https://www.livingwelldallas.com/ ● Hormone Reset: https://hormonereset.net/ More from the Podcast: Subscribe to #MenopauseMastery for weekly episodes on women's health, hormones, and functional medicine → https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwONPdSvb2-YYY74VhD-XBw Listen on Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/menopause-mastery/id1607369247 Listen on Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/0tNsjm32CZNXSgSFEwS3uH Thank you for listening to Menopause Mastery. Empowering your health journey, one episode at a time.

There's one body part rarely talked about during menopause… until now. Even I didn't think much about my pelvic floor until recently, when I became hyper-aware of it. Most women only hear about incontinence, prolapse, or painful sex. But your pelvic floor affects posture, digestion, hormones, and overall quality of life. In this episode of Menopause Mastery, pelvic health expert Kim Vopni, explains why pelvic health is essential during perimenopause, menopause, and beyond. She shares practical strategies, including: ● Dynamic pelvic floor exercises ● Breathwork and posture correction ● Her signature Buff Muff Method to strengthen muscles, improve sexual health, and maintain independence   This episode also dives into: ● How pelvic floor dysfunction can affect sexual pleasure and libido in midlife ● The connection between menopause, aging, muscle loss, and independence ● Simple at-home techniques to protect and train your pelvic floor   DON'T ignore your pelvic floor! Your body will thank you.    Resources & Links: ● Kim Vopni's book: The Inside Story https://www.vaginacoach.com/pelvicfloor ● Visit Her Website https://www.vaginacoach.com/ ● Follow Her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vaginacoach/?hl=es   Connect with Dr. Betty Murray ● Betty Murray Website: https://www.bettymurray.com/ ● Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/drbettymurray/ Links: ● Menrva Telemedicine: https://gethormonesnow.com/ ● FREE Hormone Quiz: https://bit.ly/3wNJOec ● Living Well Dallas: https://www.livingwelldallas.com/ ● Hormone Reset: https://hormonereset.net/ More from the Podcast: Subscribe to #MenopauseMastery for weekly episodes on women's health, hormones, and functional medicine → / https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwONPdSvb2-YYY74VhD-XBw Listen on Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/menopause-mastery/id1607369247 Listen on Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/0tNsjm32CZNXSgSFEwS3uH   Thank you for listening to Menopause Mastery. Empowering your health journey, one episode at a time

There's one body part rarely talked about during menopause… until now. Even I didn't think much about my pelvic floor until recently, when I became hyper-aware of it. Most women only hear about incontinence, prolapse, or painful sex. But your pelvic floor affects posture, digestion, hormones, and overall quality of life. In this episode of Menopause Mastery, pelvic health expert Kim Vopni, explains why pelvic health is essential during perimenopause, menopause, and beyond. She shares practical strategies, including: ● Dynamic pelvic floor exercises ● Breathwork and posture correction ● Her signature Buff Muff Method to strengthen muscles, improve sexual health, and maintain independence   This episode also dives into: ● How pelvic floor dysfunction can affect sexual pleasure and libido in midlife ● The connection between menopause, aging, muscle loss, and independence ● Simple at-home techniques to protect and train your pelvic floor DON'T ignore your pelvic floor! Your body will thank you.   Resources & Links: ● Kim Vopni's book: The Inside Story https://www.vaginacoach.com/pelvicfloor ● Visit Her Website https://www.vaginacoach.com/ ● Follow Her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vaginacoach/   Connect with Dr. Betty Murray  ● Betty Murray Website: https://www.bettymurray.com/ ● Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/drbettymurray/   Links:  ● Menrva Telemedicine: https://gethormonesnow.com/ ● FREE Hormone Quiz: https://bit.ly/3wNJOec ● Living Well Dallas: https://www.livingwelldallas.com/ ● Hormone Reset: https://hormonereset.net/ More from the Podcast: Subscribe to #MenopauseMastery for weekly episodes on women's health, hormones, and functional medicine → / https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwONPdSvb2-YYY74VhD-XBw Listen on Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/menopause-mastery/id1607369247 Listen on Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/0tNsjm32CZNXSgSFEwS3uH   Thank you for listening to Menopause Mastery. Empowering your health journey, one episode at a time

Your Words Could Be Keeping You in Pain Are you stuck saying "I'm hanging in there" or "This project is killing me"? What if your language is actually shaping your energy, productivity, and well-being? In this highlight from #MenopauseMastery, Dr. Brandy Cummings shares a simple yet powerful tool: reframe your words to focus on what you want instead of what you don't want. Quick Takeaway: 1. Notice negative statements like "I don't want to be in pain." 2. Ask yourself: What do I want instead? 3. Write it down to shift your mindset and re-anchor in your goals. Even small changes in language can unlock more energy, focus, and possibility. Resources & Links: ● Book a session with Dr. Brandy Cummings: https://pivotalorigins.practicebetter.io/#/5cc7367e627db31484fd8ed9/bookings?s=686c2272584c37f803f17fd2&step=date ● Visit Her Website https://www.resilientmotherhood.health/ ● Follow Dr. Brandy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/resilientmotherhood.health Connect with Dr. Betty Murray  ● Betty Murray Website: https://www.bettymurray.com/ ● Instagram: / https://www.instagram.com/drbettymurray/ Links ● Menrva Telemedicine: https://gethormonesnow.com/ ● FREE Hormone Quiz: https://bit.ly/3wNJOec ● Living Well Dallas: https://www.livingwelldallas.com/ ● Hormone Reset: https://hormonereset.net/ More from the Podcast: Subscribe to #MenopauseMastery for weekly episodes on women's health, hormones, and functional medicine →  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwONPdSvb2-YYY74VhD-XBw Listen on Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/menopause-mastery/id1607369247 Listen on Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/0tNsjm32CZNXSgSFEwS3uH